Donggu Levofloxacin Hydrate Tablet 100 mg

Adult dose

Typically, for adult patients, 100 mg of levofloxacin is administered orally 2 to 3 times a day. In cases of severe infection or insufficient response, 200 mg is taken 3 times a day. Adjustments may be made based on age and symptoms.

This drug is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and may cause serious side effects such as tendon problems like tendinitis or tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, central nervous system disorders, and exacerbation of myasthenia gravis. If any of these symptoms occur, the medication should be stopped immediately, and it should not be used by individuals with myasthenia gravis. This drug should only be used for specific infections, such as acute bacterial sinusitis, acute bacterial exacerbations of chronic bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and acute otitis media, and only when there are no alternative treatments available. Special care is necessary for the elderly, patients with impaired renal function, solid organ transplant patients, and those taking steroids, as the risk of tendon rupture increases, and the medication should be stopped immediately if pain or inflammation occurs. This drug can affect the central nervous system, increasing the risk of seizures, and should be used cautiously in patients with epilepsy or a history of convulsions. Severe allergic reactions or skin rashes, photosensitivity reactions, etc., may occur due to hypersensitivity, so sun exposure should be avoided, and administration should be stopped if there are any abnormal symptoms. Dizziness, drowsiness, and visual disturbances may occur, requiring caution while driving or operating machinery. Various side effects such as liver or kidney dysfunction, blood disorders, gastrointestinal disturbances, muscle pain, tendinitis, tendon rupture, and cardiac arrhythmias have been reported; thus, consultation with medical personnel is required if any abnormal symptoms occur. Especially, cardiovascular issues such as aneurysms, aortic dissection, or heart valve problems may arise, requiring caution for individuals with a history or family history of such conditions. This drug has many interactions with other medications; thus, consultation with an expert is necessary when taken with antacids, iron supplements, calcium supplements, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, anticoagulants, diabetes treatments, etc. It should not be used by pregnant women, those who may become pregnant, breastfeeding women, growing children, or teenagers under 18; elderly patients may require dosage adjustment based on renal function. In case of overdose, central nervous system symptoms and heart-related issues may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention. While taking this drug, it is important to regularly monitor symptoms and side effects and strictly adhere to the prescribed duration and dosage as directed by a physician.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, shortness of breath, sweating, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities associated with cough + fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, disorientation, visual impairments, paralysis, urinary retention

Mild side effects

• Insomnia
• dizziness
• headache
• tremors
• anxiety
• depression
• hallucinations
• paranoia
• irritability
• delirium

This drug may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature).

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 200 tablets/bottle